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STEM Starts Now: Building the Foundation for Tomorrow’s Innovators

According to a 2018 article by CADRE (Community for Advancing Discovery Research in Education), early learning in science and mathematics matters—and supports the development of lifelong STEM habits of mind.


Early STEM learning:

  • Promotes social–emotional development. 

  • Builds critical habits of mind. 

  • Strengthens learning across all subjects. 

  • Benefits students from all backgrounds. S

It’s no surprise that STEM jobs are projected to grow 10.4% between 2023 and 2033, compared to just 3.6% for non-STEM jobs (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024). Yet, despite the demand, studies continue to show a shortage of qualified candidates entering the STEM workforce.

Recognizing this need, Massachusetts launched its first statewide STEM Week in 2018—an annual October celebration coordinated by the Executive Office of Education and the STEM Advisory Council in partnership with the state’s nine Regional STEM Networks. STEM Week aims to increase awareness, interest, and confidence in STEM learning by helping every student see themselves in STEM careers.

A group of people watches a small purple robot on the floor. Massachusetts governor, Maura Healey, kneels, controlling the robot. Bright room with wood accents. Curious mood.
Massachusetts Governor, Maura Healey, tries her hand at navigating Pilot.

From the beginning, True Robotics has shared that mission. We believe STEM education should be hands-on, approachable, and engaging—giving students real-world experiences that spark curiosity and confidence.



This year, we were thrilled to celebrate Massachusetts STEM Week at the Manufacturing Mash-Up at Gillette Stadium, hosted by the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative.


We were selected to be a partner of the Blackstone Valley Hub for Workforce Development (BV Hub) to support the robotics implementation of their Warehouse Challenge - a challenge designed by the BV Hub and funded by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Education. Congratulations to Bartlett High School for winning the challenge!


As part of the event, students designed robots to help pack game boards in a mock warehouse—creating attachments to hold bins, running factory “robot drivers,” and taking on roles like quality control supervisors and assemblers. It was real-world problem-solving at its finest!

Students at a table work on a robotics project, wearing name tags. A sign reads "N. Attleboro High School". The setting is a well-lit room.
North Attleboro students taking on the robotics challenge at STEM Week.

A special thank you to the Blackstone Valley Hub for Workforce Development for partnering with us and to the Massachusetts Executive Office of Education for funding this incredible challenge.


At True Robotics, we believe STEM starts now—in the early years, in every classroom, and in every opportunity to learn by doing.

Students seated at tables inside Gillette Stadium for Massachusetts STEM Week, with large screens displaying the Mass STEM Week logo at the front of the room.
Students getting ready to partcipate in a STEM Week Challenge.

✨ We’d love to hear from you!

How does your state, district, school, or classroom work to increase awareness, interest, and confidence in STEM? Share your experiences in the comments below—your story might inspire another educator to bring hands-on STEM learning to their students.


If you’d like to explore how True Robotics can help bring meaningful, hands-on STEM education to your classroom or program, schedule a meeting with our team. Let’s work together to empower the next generation of innovators—starting today.



 
 
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